This is a promotional advertising mug for The Jos. Herb Brewing Company of Milan, Ohio, dating to the pre-Prohibition era. The vessel is constructed of glazed stoneware or ironstone and features a cylindrical form with a slightly tapered rim and a simple loop handle. The exterior is decorated with an elaborate russet-brown transfer-printed design in the Victorian style. The central circular logo features a large stylized letter H with the integrated text The Jos. Herb Bwg. Co. Above the logo, the text reads Compliments of The Jos. Herb Brewing Milan, Ohio. Below the logo, the text reads Brewers of Milan Pure Beer. The typography is accented with various decorative scrolls and flourishes. This type of vessel is often referred to as a mustard mug or small advertising stein.